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About us<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

iStep Learning represents the pinnacle of excellence in care and education. As the operator of 23 day nurseries, our expansion is not limited to childcare alone. iStep was formed through the merger of The Nursery Family and Bambinos Childcare Centres\u2014two groups united by a shared vision to become the leading provider of early years education in the UK.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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ALLIANCE AND COLLABORATION<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We take on board the brands that are built on years of hard work and best practice from previous owners. We preserve and enhance every chain\u2019s tangible and intangible heritage by resolutely focusing on the quality of their products and services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led by a team of industry experts, we work closely and collaboratively with each brand to take each business to a new level of expertise and growth. We appreciate and value frontline knowledge – our service is constantly improving and evolving through constant feedback from staff.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Multi-disciplinary and forward thinking framework <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We are proud to be leading the industry with innovation and special teaching methods. Beach School, Forest School, and a curriculum focussed on allowing every individual to flourish is how we educate the leaders of the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded by masterminds in the education sector, we strive to build an integrated education group that pioneers innovative teaching methods and technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Helping everyone to reach their full potential<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We respect each one is different and tailor the best care for individuals – we encourage brand identity and value the expertise and knowledge. Working together, we can grow every brand to their full potential. We invest in and facilitate safe and secure environments that allow children to move around and enjoy the wide range of natural resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working together, we find creative in ways of learning, utilising a wide range of resources to promote unlimited learning opportunities in a nurturing environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Story<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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May 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

iStep was born through the merge of The Nursery Family and Bambinos Childcare Centres.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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June 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acquired Footsteps Day Nursery, a group of two nurseries in Portslade and Hove.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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November 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acquired Little Explorers Day Nurseries, a group of 3 based in Burgess Hill and Crawley.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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December 2023<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acquired Frogmore Montessori Nursery, our first Montessori Nursery based in Plymouth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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February 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Acquired Muddy Boots Day Nurseries, a group of 3 based in Exeter.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Acquired Stepping Stones Day Nursery and Pre-school, located in Okehampton.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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May
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Acquired Home from Home Day Nursery, located in Hove, East Sussex.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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July
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Footsteps Day Nurseries are now known as The Cromwell Road and Portslade Day Nurseries and Pre-schools.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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September
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Home from Home Nursery is now known as Home by the Sea Day Nursery and Pre-school.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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October
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Acquired Rocking Horse Nursery, located in Godalming.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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